1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1964 Abarth 700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Abarth 700 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
| Model | 700 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
